I Hope No One Saw Me!

This is what I looked like running
(Elaine from Seinfeld dancing):

Have you ever watched someone on the dance floor that's just so bad you can't help but watch?

You know the one, their arms flailing around knocking out who ever dares to get close, their feet polarized from the other, knees bending at degrees that seem humanly impossible, their face twisted like they smelled a rotten egg, yet a gleam of pride and excitement shines from their eyes. As you watch, you can’t help but stare at such a site. You hope your eyes don't make contact with them, and heaven forbid if they actually know you (of course you won't know them, especially someone who dances like that). Well, that my dear friends was me on my long run this past weekend, almost 8 miles worth of eye gawking embarrassment.



 Bird prints in the snow



It was one of those runs where I couldn't get in the flow. My elbows swinging too high or too low; my feet striking the virgin snow in chaos; my breath like a wind storm, unpredictable and random; my heart rate soared and dived like a kite trying to take off, up and down as it rides the wind current until it finally slams down into the ground breaking it's fragile frame. I finished the run exhausted, leaned on my car to keep myself vertical. I was so excited about trying a new running route, out west along the Willard Bay dyke. Somewhere I’ve never gone surrounded by nature’s beauty; 4” of freshly fallen snow, huge chunks of ice breaking along the water’s edge, wild birds soaring over head. Even with this inspiring scenery, I still couldn’t finish with any degree of rhythm. I humbly opened the car door, slumped into the driver’s seat, and quickly drove away from the scene hoping no one would recognize me - the lone flailing runner and her two dogs (I think they were even laughing at me!).



The LONG road back



This week, I'd like to thank the following individuals for helping me raise funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society:

Please visit my fundraising website at: http://pages.teamintraining.org/dm/ogden11/cgrangehic

 Monetary Donations:

• Leon Grange (my Dad) - Gallant, hardworking, brilliant, century cyclist, and delirious example to live life to it's fullest and succeed at these self imposed challenges
• Paul Murdock - Dedicated, gentle, dynamic teacher
• Scott Jones - Accepting, industrious, generous family member
• Adrienne Holiday - Energetic, courageous, empathetic friend



Only prints in the snow
dog and human

 Scentsy Party Supporters:

• Corinne Barrientos - My gentle, versatile, loving Scentsy consultant, she is the reason for this fundraiser party.
• Heather Georgi - Calm, Level headed, caring teacher
• Jennette Madsen - Generous, patient, mindful teacher
• Wendy Fredrickson - Creative, talented, friendly neighbor
• Marcell Kearney - Committed, humorous, care taking co-worker
• Misty Biesinger - Efficient, tender, resourceful friend
• Heidi Dale - Humble, spirited, outdoor loving teacher

I'm still in need of donations in order to reach my goal of $1,500.  If you'd like to make a 100% tax deductible donation to help me reach my goal, please follow the link below to my completely safe Team in Training Leukemia and Lymphoma Society fundraising page. http://pages.teamintraining.org/dm/ogden11/cgrangehic

Sea horse ice chunk
on the shore of Willard Bay

Thank you to all those who continue to encourage, inquire, and inspire me. I am truly honored to be surrounded by so many great individuals.

Good Karma
Christel